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Wedding Ceremony??? So my boyfriend and I are not religious and were planning on having a Justice of the Peace preform our wedding ceremony. However, a friend from work is an ordained minister and willing to do our ceremony. Does anyone know how this works. Does she have to preform a traditional religious ceremony or is she allowed to preform a more secular ceremony? P.S. She knows that we are not religious. We are having a traditional-like ceremony. We have a beatiful location booked and 100 guests will be invited to attend. So it will be somewhat traditional, just minus the religious content. We have nothing against spiritual ceremonies, but it is not really us. I just find it difficult to ask a minister to exclude religious content from the wedding ceremony. And were she is a friend I do not want to offend her in any way. I am afraid that taking God out of the ceremony will seem like I disrespect her beliefs. Do you think that this will be disrespectful.

Wedding ceremony? I am preforming a wedding in a month, the couple wants to do the "Cord of three strands" ceremony. Has anyone done this, where did you get the cords and ring. Did you make them? How? Did you buy it? Where? I know it is not my responsibility. However, I want to help them out. They are as clueless as I am of where to find this item.

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Wedding~Ceremony? I am getting married April 5th. We spoke with the pastor and he gave some ideas of a wedding ceremony. Honestly I dont like them much and he said if I wanted I could find some ideas and let him know. I have looked but I guess I'm not finding what I want. Does anyone have any ideas of other websites to find these. Please and thank you Im not quite sure of the wording....I have never been to a wedding I havent a clue really what i'm doing. I suppose a simple something the preist can say. Yes we are having our ceremony in an open field at a friends ranch, weather permitting!

How to have a wedding ceremony after being joined in a courtroom? I have read that if you get married in a court room, that it would be considered your wedding, and any ceremony after that would be considered renewing your vows. Is this true? If it is, then would we technically have to get divorced and re-married in order to have a real wedding ceremony? Or would that still not count? We just want to have a ceremony that means something to the both of us, and our families. Thank you for your help and answers

How to do a wedding ceremony with papers done already? I already got a marriage commissioner to do a simple private ceremony and the paper work before. Now, Me and my wife is planning to do a real wedding ceremony to invite our friends and families. I wonder how I should do it? Is it possible to skip the papers? I dont want the guest to know about it.

Ever played violin for a wedding ceremony? Hi! I've been asked to play violin for a wedding ceremony (I live in Pa) though I play very well I have never done a wedding. I'm wondering how much I should charge? Also how do I know how to get the timing of the music down so it ends at the right moment after they come down the isle when there's no way to know until the rehearsal itself. I'd appreciate any advice from someone who's performed for wedding on how to go about things. Thanks so much!

What is the appropriate timing for a wedding ceremony? I'm planning my wedding and not sure what time and how long I need to book the ceremony location for. We are having an outdoor non-religious ceremony so it should be reasonably quick, around 30 minutes. How long do we need to leave for photos between the ceremony and the reception? Also, what should guests do after the ceremony but before the reception officially starts?

What is a good wedding reception invitation headline for a reception days after the wedding ceremony? My fiance and I are planning to have a courthouse wedding ceremony this May with close family and friends. Then a few days later we are planning to have a huge wedding reception for everyone to come and celebrate our union. The problem is, I don't know that "correct" words or phrase to use on the wedding reception invitations without sounding offensive to those who may have not been invited to the ceremony. So, what is a good way to word my wedding reception invitations?

Where can I download a video for wedding ceremony? I'm planning to give a lecture on weddings in different cultures. Now I need to download a video for West wedding ceremony. I'll present it to my students and let them compare the different steps in different wedding ceremonies.

Can I do the wedding ceremony first, then get the marriage license? Due to academic financial aid reasons, my fiance and i were thinking about having our wedding ceremony first, and then get the marriage license. I know that our wedding technically wouldn't be a wedding, and we wouldn't really be married, but that's not an issue. Also, neither of us is religious so we would get a non-denomination officiator to do it. So is this possible?

How to invite guests to wedding ceremony, but not the reception? My fiance and I would love to invite all of our friends to our wedding and reception, however, financially we just can't do it. The ceremony is free and we want to make it public, however our reception will be for family and close friends only. What is the proper way to invite guests to ceremony and not the reception? (Did I mention both the ceremony and the reception is in the same venue.)

What are ways a pastor can personalize our wedding ceremony? Our pastor is planning our wedding ceremony and wants to incorporate personal stories, jokes etc. about us. We, and our pastor, want the ceremony to be personalized towards us and not be a cookie-cutter wedding. Any ideas??

Can the Photographer use a flash during the wedding ceremony? My fiance and I disagree on this. He thinks the wedding photographer SHOULD be able to use his flash during the wedding ceremony while I think it is tacky and rude. We dont have much time to recreate the ceremony after its over b/c we have very limited time at reception (morning wedding/ afternoon lunch @ Maggianos.. have to be out by 4pm sharp) What is proper etiquette?

How late is acceptable to start your wedding ceremony? The venue my fiance and I want to use for our wedding is only available after 6PM. Is it acceptable to start our ceremony at 7PM?

How many people have programs for their wedding ceremony? I was just wondering if having programs is a necessity during your wedding ceremony? or are they really common? We are getting married in a Catholic church, Im not sure if that makes a difference?

how much is a wedding ceremony at the duke farm? im doing a school project that involves planning a wedding. i need to find an affordable place to have an outdoor ceremony only. i like the duke farm but cant find an approx. price.

How much would a wedding ceremony and a reception cost? kindly enumerate the items that are being paid for in a wedding ceremony and a reception and how much they would normally cost..please?!:]

Where is a good place to hold a small wedding ceremony? My fiance and I are planning on having a small wedding ceremony for immediate family only (about 10 people) followed by a reception in Dallas where we live and another reception in Virginia where my family is from. What kind of places should we look for to hold the ceremony? We cannot use anything religious because my finace's family is Muslim while mine is Christian, so we need to avoid religion altogether.

Middle Georgia wedding ceremony and reception venue? If I divvy up my wedding budget I'm allotted $500 for my reception and ceremony location fee. Any ideas? I'm planning on having about 75ppl present (including wedding party). I live in middle ga. I would like to have my ceremony and reception at the same venue. I'd like to get married somewhere other than a church, my dad is an ordained minister and we are going to get him to officiate the wedding. Thanks, I'm open to all suggestions!

How much time will I need between my wedding ceremony and recetion for photos? My wedding ceremony and recpetion are being held at the same location but we need to go off site to take our photos. How much time should we put in between to take our photos?

What are some options for music during a wedding ceremony? We have to provide our own music for our wedding ceremony and i don't think I want someone playing the organ or piano...what are some other options? I like the sound of songs w/ like violins and what not but don't want to have a quartet or anything. Would a DJ be able to play some songs over a sound system? PLEASE HELP!

How to personalize a justice of the peace wedding ceremony? my fiance and I are having our wedding at a botanical garden with a justice of the peace officiant. However, I want the ceremony to last more than 5 minutes - what elements could I add in to make it more personal? (We are meeting with her next week, but I would like to have something to start with!) Thank you!

How can I have a wedding ceremony without being married in the eyes of the law in Ireland.? We want to get married in Ireland. For various reasons we would be happy with just a wedding ceremony but without being legally married. Is this possible???

What kind of ring do you put on during the wedding ceremony? im confused on what kind of ring im supposed to have at the wedding. if you have an engagement ring already then what kind do you have at the ceremony? what do i do with my engagement ring?! where does it go during the ceremony?

Can a non clergy perform our wedding ceremony after having the civil marriage? We have obtained our marriage license and will be married in a civil ceremony at City Hall. The week after that we are celebrating by having a second ceremony and inviting friends and family. I was wondering if since we will already be officially be married do we still need to hire a wedding officiant of the clergy to perform the second wedding ceremony or can anyone do it?

What are some good modern wedding ceremony songs? I'm looking for songs to use in the ceremony, but am having trouble finding some great modern and contemporary wedding songs.

What are some good songs to play during a wedding ceremony? I am getting married next May and need some songs (christian would be great) for the ceremony. Instead of playing the wedding march, my brother is going to play the guitar while my cousin sings but I need a beautiful song. Just needing some ideas for that and the dance afterward. All suggestions are greatly appreciated!

What happens with this type of wedding ceremony? We found a church that we want to get married at, but it's lutheran and we have to have a lutheran wedding ceremony. We are non denomination and have no idea what happens at a lutheran wedding ceremony. Please help. Give us any information that you have. Thanks

How much does a supreme court wedding ceremony cost in Vermont? I'm getting married in two weeks and i need to know how much a supreme court wedding ceremony costs in Vermont, plz and thanx :)

Where or how can I find Chinese and Indian wedding ceremony in Malaysia? Do you know if there are any wedding ceremonies here in Malaysia especially in area near Kuala Lumpur? Or are they any department which handles the wedding ceremony? Please tell me how to contact them.

What is the difference between a Catholic wedding ceremony and a Christian wedding ceremony? I don't want religious differences, I want to know what happens differently on the actual wedding day. How does a Catholic ceremony happen? What happens at a Christian ceremony? i know...Catholics are Christians. But my point is that the weddings aren't the same and i wanted to know the difference. couldn't think of another way to phrase it. don't have to be rude!

How can I keep from crying during my wedding ceremony? I am so excited for my wedding. I'm not the most mushy person and I was never raised to really show my feelings. I am worried that I'm going to cry happy tears during my wedding ceremony. How can I keep the waterworks from happening?

What are some good wedding songs to sing at a ceremony? My friend is going to be singing at my wedding ceremony and i would like to know what songs are the best. I really like the newer music than the older.

What kind of decor do you do for an indoor wedding ceremony? ---I'm not getting married in a church either, it's an old church that was turned into a night club. I want simple but chic not cheap. So no balloons or anything like that. ---And our wedding colors are dark red and dark purple, and the only flowers we are doing are roses, but I was hoping to not have to buy extra just for the ceremony.

What do you do with your engagement ring during the wedding ceremony if it doesn't fit on your right hand? My right hand is slightly bigger than my left and so my engagement ring does not fit on my right hand. When this is the case, what do you do with your engagement ring during the wedding ceremony if it doesn't fit on your right hand?

What new kingdoms songs can be used for a jw wedding ceremony? I love them! For those of you who have got a chance to listen, what would you suggest for a wedding ceremony. I really like 134. It is really pretty. I need one or two more. I just wanted some suggestions!

What happens to the engagement ring during the wedding ceremony? Does the engagement ring go on the other hand or isnt worn at all on the wedding day/wedding ceremony?

How would you include this in your wedding ceremony? I'm trying to incorporated some of our deceased into our wedding ceremony. Fiance's mother and my Grandmother. Any ideas.

Formal wedding ceremony and the level of happiness within the marriage? Do you think having a formal wedding ceremony (religious or non religious) vs. court marriage makes a difference in the level of happiness and satisfaction within the marriage? From your own opinions and what you've seen, do people who get formally married have longer marriages? Do people who have court marriages tend to have higher divorce rates? Does going on a honeymoon make a difference too?

Who should do the Readings at the Wedding Ceremony and Toasts at the Reception? I am getting married in May and my fiance and I have picked two poems we want read at our wedding. We just don't have any idea of who should read them. Who usually does the readings during a ceremony? Don't say the brides mom should do one because my mom wont be attending. And also who does the toasts during the reception?

What should I expect for a civil wedding ceremony at the county clerk office? How do couples usually dress? Is a wedding gown necessary for me, and a tux for my fiance? How long does it take? Should I invite a few family members? We will have a bigger ceremony later, but meanwhile we just want to get our license and certificate legalized ASAP. Any other suggestions or comments? =)

What is suppose a Wedding Angels do in a wedding ceremony? I have seen some wedding ceremony and invitation with Wedding Angels. What suppose a Wedding Angels do in a wedding ceremony.. like a ring bearer to carry the symbol of love, flower girls to shower the aisle with flowers...

What should I wear to a wedding if the ceremony is later? I'll be going to a wedding ceremony at 1:30 but the reception isn't until 6:30- I'll be going home in between. Am I expected to change my outfit in between or can I wear the same thing?

If someone objects to a marriage during the ceremony is the wedding off? When your saying your vows during your wedding ceremony when the priest asks "speak now if you object or forever hold your peace" or however its said if someone objects at that time is the wedding off?

What is the name of the song being played during the wedding ceremony in the movie I love you Man? I am looking for the name of the classical song that is being played by violins during the wedding ceremony in the movie "I Love You Man"...? Anybody know what it is?

What problems did you experience in regard to your wedding ceremony that I could help brides avoid? I am a new wedding coordinator for my church. My responsibilities will be coordinating the rehearsal and all the events that lead up to and through the actual ceremony and until the wedding party departs for the reception. I am interested in real life pitfalls to avoid and any special touches to help make this a memorable event for the couples with whom I will be working. Thank you

Which beach in Aruba is best for a small wedding ceremony? I am getting married in Aruba in May. We are planning a beachside, sunset ceremony. My question is, which beach there is best for a small wedding ceremony?

What is a good way to incorporate my son into my wedding ceremony? I have a 4 year old son, well, he will be 5 when the wedding gets here. I am planning on marrying my boyfriend of 2 years (who has been just the absolute best father figure a child could possibly need!) next year and would like a special way to incorporate my son into our ceremony. I am already planning to have our clergyman bless us as a family, but I would like to do something more. Any ideas? The more unique, the better! Thanks!

Fees for a small wedding ceremony at the San Antonio River walk Marriage Island? My fiance and I are getting married in two and a half weeks, and we are considering either Marriage Island or parents backyard. We are under a budget of $1200. And this wedding is only for now, the religious ceremony will come later. Also if you have any other tips or information about Marriage Island let me know.

Best locations for a wedding ceremony in or close to Paris, France? My fiance and I are legally going to get married in the US but then have our ceremony in Paris, France. Where are the best locations for the ceremony? Also how do I go about getting reservations in the Effeil Tower Resturant? We want to have our wedding dinner there. BTW only about 10 people counting my fiance and I, are coming if that matters.

Should we incorporate elements from our first wedding ceremony into our second? Me and my husband are having a private second wedding in 2011. We've been tossing around the idea of incorporating some elements from our first wedding ceremony into our second. Should we incorporate elements from our first wedding ceremony into our second? Please no rude answers, thank you.

Are you supposed to remove your vail after the wedding ceremony? I was told the other day by a good friend of mine that you are supposed to remove your vail after the ceremony, before going to the reception. Does anyone know the proper wedding etiquette for this? My wedding is in 5 weeks, and I need an answer. Thanks.

How I can get license to conduct the wedding ceremony? I am hindu priest base in california. I want to know, can I conduct the wedding ceremony? Does i need the license ? How can i get the the license?

What is a good exit song for a wedding ceremony? My fiance & I are getting married in May and we are having a harpist play. What is a good song to be played on the harp as we exit after the ceremony? I do not like the Wedding March at all so I am looking for something else. Any ideas? We are either doing Canon D or Trumpet Voluntary for the processional and probably the "here comes the bride" music for me, so I need an idea for the exit music. Thanks!

What kind of things can be said at a short, non religious wedding ceremony? I'm engaged, and we want a very short, non-religious wedding ceremony. (No prayers or anything) I have no idea what is said at weddings during the ceremony, so what kind of things could be said?

How do I encorproate my child into the wedding ceremony? Hi all, I have a 5 year old son who my fiance has completely embraced. I really want to do something in the wedding ceremony that will be symbolic with my son included. Any ideas ?? Thanks for your responses

What happens at a wedding ceremony (with a registrar, not a church)? I want find out the normal protocol for the happenings at a wedding ceremony. From when the bridesmaids enter, and if they stay standing, does the Father of the Bride sit down straight after 'giving the bride to the groom. I'm so not sure on a few details. Thanks to anyone who can help :)

Can you go to the justice of the peace then go to the have a planned wedding ceremony? My fiance' and I have been planning our wedding ceremony for months now, it's will be in October 2010. Now that my fiance' almost finish with officer school for the army, he wants to go ahead and do the legal portion first by going to the justice of the peace. Still having a full wedding next year.

Where should I have my wedding ceremony and reception? I am getting married in October of 09. I would like a 6:00PM outside wedding with a reception to follow. I need a reception hall that can hold at least 250 people. I had a few places that I was looking at but they are not going to work. The locations for the ceremony and reception need to be close to Cedar Rapids IA and Albany IL. If you have any ideas please let me know.

Any suggestions for Christian music to be played during a wedding ceremony? I am agnostic. Next year I am marrying a man who is Christian and comes from a very Christian family. This situation has been discussed openly with both my fiance and his family, and their attitude is one of acceptance of my viewpoint, even though I know they would like me to one day convert to Christianity. Anyway, I am completely unfamiliar with Christian music, but as a nod to my fiance's family, I would like some non-secular music to be playing during the wedding ceremony. Can anyone help me out with suggestions? The rest of the ceremony will be interspersed with secular classical music.

Does anyone know a unique place to get married and have a wedding ceremony in Detroit area? I don't really want an outdoor ceremony/reception but not completely against it. I have no problems with hall weddings either but I prefer not to have a hall reception either. Also I really like historic sites. I know I've really limited myself but I know there is some place out there that will be amazing to me..I just need some help finding it. We are planning a late summer/fall wedding.

How can I spruce up my wedding ceremony? I have nothing but vows for my ceremony! HELP! I need something to add meaning to it. I don't like any of the unity rituals...they're kind of over-used and cheesy to me. I Don't know any singers either. Any suggestions will help! One more thing. Has anyone ever heard of the maid of honor and best man doing a reading for the wedding together? Like maybe a poem to be recited by two people. THANKS!

If the Flying Spaghetti Monster was to perform a wedding ceremony? What would the wedding ceremony be like? Of course, the food would be pasta, but what type of wedding cake would they have? Who would be the first R&S couple married in that type of ceremony?

What are the order of events for a wedding ceremony and reception? I'm trying to figure out some details for my wedding, but I need to know what the order of events are for the ceremony portion and the reception. We are having a methodist wedding if that makes any difference. Thanks for all your help!

Cheap wedding ceremony and reception venues in or near Atlanta? Does anyone know of any cheap wedding venues (that can do both ceremony and reception) for about 200-250 people? Trying to shoot for mid to late February of next year, preferably on a Saturday. Any suggestions would be helpful -- thanks!

Where to hold a wedding ceremony in Duabi? Which hotels could anyone recommend to holda wedding ceremony for a small group of people, without spending the earth? With a restaurant etc? Preferably near the ski centre!

How much can I expect to be charged by a Rabbi for performing my wedding ceremony? I live in New York, and I am getting married in November. It's an interfaith marriage, and it is important to my fiancee to use a Rabbi. The wedding ceremony will be at the same site as the reception. How much is the going rate for the services of the Rabbi?

What's the best way to include a child in a wedding ceremony? Anyone have any advice on including a kid in a wedding ceremony? I'm getting married in about 3 weeks, and we have everything lined up, except we'd like to include my 4-year-old son in the wedding in some meaningful way. He loves my fiance, they spend tons of time together and he's already trying out calling him Dad. He's helped with the shopping and wedding planning and is crazy about "all of us" getting married into our new family. So what's the best way to include him in the vows or some other part? Anyone have experience with this? There's no biological father in the picture or other kids to consider, so it's not the exact same thing as blended-family weddings, which I've seen a little advice on. Also, does anyone know of rings for kids for such an occasion? I saw Family Medallions but he doesn't like necklaces and wants a ring.

Whats the process of vietnamese wedding ceremony? I am vietnamese born here in America. My fiancee wants to also have a vietnamese wedding ceremony. My family does not know how to explain in english.

Is it appropriate to wear a black dress to the wedding ceremony? Should I wear something lighter in color for the wedding ceremony (a flower print) and then change for the reception to a darker/black dress. The ceremony is in a church early afternoon and the reception is in the evening.

I want to have a backyard wedding ceremony how much will it cost? My husband and i want to renew our vowels, We are going to have the reception at a hall. I really want a backyard wedding ceremony at my mothers house, I want to rent a tent and chairs for 100 people. I need ideas to decorate nicely but not pay too much. how much do you think the ceremony will cost? Also can i pay a judge or someone else to come do the ceremony how much does that cost? Thank you.. oh and i would love to see pictures of backyard wedding if you can refer me to any websites.

What is the equivalent of a Catholic MISSAL in a Baptist church wedding ceremony? Where can I find one online? We are helping out a friend who will have her wedding this October in a Protestant (Baptist) Church wedding ceremony. In a Roman Catholic wedding ceremony, they have a missal that contains a script of the whole ceremony. Is there such an equivalent for that in a baptist wedding ceremony - one that we can print out and distribute during the wedding so people attending the ceremony will have a guide? Thanks

How long does a wedding ceremony last? I haven't been to a wedding in a long time, and since I was like 10 the last time I went to one, my memory of how long it took is probably a little off. Now I am a bridesmaid in my friend's wedding and just wondering how long the actual ceremony will be.

Does anyone know of a good location for a outdoor wedding ceremony in San Marcos,Tx? I live in San Marcos,Tx located between San Antonio and Austin. I want the ceremony to be outside since the wedding is going to be in November and we are having a fall theme. I just dont know of any good places.

Does the wedding band go on the outside of the engagement ring during the wedding ceremony? If the bride wears her engagement ring during the wedding ceremony, then the wedding band must be placed outside of it on the ring finger. However, the wedding band is traditionally worn on the inside. When does the order of the rings on the finger change, so that the wedding band is on the inside?

Anyone have their first kiss during the wedding ceremony? Anyone have their first kiss during the wedding ceremony? Just wondering.

Would this outfit be ok to wear to the wedding ceremony? Next weekend we have a wedding to attend. The ceremony is at 1pm in a church. I'd like to wear a skirt (navy w/tan,red and white horizontal stripes on the very bottom) and a red blazer with flip flops. Would this be an ok outfit? I plan on going home after the ceremony and changing into a dress for the 6pm reception. Any suggestions?

Has anyone had a wedding ceremony at the Wynn, Las Vegas? I am planning a small, intimate wedding ceremony at Las Vegas. I have researched a few hotels of my choice and seem to find the Wynn my best option. The cost for the ceremony package is around $2000. I would also like to know if its better to enjoy a dinner after the ceremony or take the guests to the suite and enjoy some appetizers and cake?

Looking for a location for a Wedding Ceremony Only in suffolk county ny? I am looking for a location to only have a ceremony for my wedding. The problem that I have is that many places want me to have both the ceremony and the party at the same location. Does anyone have any suggestion. I want to have it on the beach but I would need to put up a tent because I want it in April but every beach wont let me have tents. Any suggestions?

Do you have any idea where to find a priest in Bangkok for a wedding ceremony, please? Hi Guys, We are planning to get hitch in Bangkok on Valentine's day 2009. Have already booked a garden venue and everything. But we can not find the priest or wedding officiant to conduct our ceremony. We did asked around but most of the Churches in Bangkok declined the outdoor ceremony. We are a little bit lost. Please help. All answers are really appreciated. Thank you. Pat

Is it important to go all out on your wedding ceremony and receptions? It is important to go all out on your wedding ceremony and receptions, because it is your once in a lifetime special day and proves how much you love each other

Is it okay to have a wedding ceremony without a reception? I am a bride to be with a ridiculously large family that is very close. In preparing our guest list, my side so far is 122, and his is only 20!! I've trimmed the list down as much as I could and the lowest i can get to is 107, but we simply cannot afford to feed all of those people. Would it be appropriate just to have a wedding ceremony and invite everyone without hosting a formal reception?

Does anyone know where I can get a unity cross set for my wedding ceremony? I seem to remember a thing called a unity cross which could be used in place of a unity candle or sand ceremony at a wedding, it had like three parts that fit together or something. I can't find it anywhere online and I'm exhausted looking. Can anyone help me? Link, please!

How much time in between the wedding ceremony and the reception? The ceremony and the reception are scheduled in two separate locations (both out doors). The ceremony is at 11am, not sure what time to have the reception. The two locations are approx. 20 mins apart. The style of the wedding is semi casual / outdoor bbq. I know we will need time to take pictures and set up at the grove but I don't want to leave people hanging around with nothing to do. Is it appropriate for the bride and groom to arrive after the guest or should we be there when the guests arrive for the reception. Please help.

Do you give a wedding gift if you were invited to the ceremony but not the reception? I was invited to a co-worker's wedding ceremony but they asked that we not attend the reception as their budget is tight. Is it appropriate/acceptable to attend the ceremony and not give a gift? I accepted the invite before I realized I was not invited to the reception, so now I feel obligated to attend the ceremony. Please advise.

Does anyone have suggestions of gorgeous songs I that can be played on acoustic guitar for a wedding ceremony? I am getting married. For the ceremony we are having an acoustic guitar. Does anyone have suggestions of gorgeous songs I that can be played on acoustic guitar for a wedding ceremony? Thanks!

What song can I have my sister sing at the ceremony for my wedding? My sister is going to be singing at our non religious wedding ceremony in October. I haven't chosen something for her to sing yet. She's a high alto, low soprano, but if she needed to, she could sing high soprano. What would be a good song for her to sing in our ceremony?

What Hotels in Miami do great a Wedding Ceremony? Where and what hotels in Miami have a great Beach to have a small wedding ceremony? I will be getting married at the end of June but I am so confused on hotels in Miami? What are the requirements for NYC residents to get married in Miami? Does anyone recommend a Hotel that does a beach weeding on their property? What about wedding cakes in Miami: does anyone recommend a wedding cake designer (Bakery) in Miami?? Does anyone know how should i begin to arrange the beach wedding with a hotel? should I question the wedidng policy of the hotel? Or what should I do?

Can a deacon perform a wedding ceremony outside of the church? I'm a catholic and I don't want to get married inside of a church. My husband and I are already married through justice of the peace ( we did it at the courthouse ). I was wondering if I can have a wedding ceremony performed by a deacon at a location other than the church. I really wanna have an outdoors wedding but I'm not sure if it's possible. Am I stuck with a courthouse wedding or can I still have my dream wedding? Can someone please help me?

Any ideas for transitions during a wedding ceremony? I will be having a non-traditional wedding at a museum and we will be having a ceremony on the dance floor before dinner. All of our guests will be seated at their respective dinner tables during the ceremony. After the ceremony, we will eat dinner. Any ideas for something to do as a transition between the end of the ceremony and the beginning of dinner? I dont want it to be a weird transition after the judge presents us as a couple until the point where dinner is served. Thanks. The first dance would be a great idea. We're just worried about the bustle of her dress only allowing her to rock back and forth during the dance.

how do small readings made by friends and family sound during a wedding ceremony? I'm looking to include some friends and family in my wedding and wanted to add a special touch by having them (3 couples) do a special reading. When during the ceremony would this be good to incorporate?

Is there any chance a Catholic church would allow my small dog to be a part of the wedding ceremony? The wedding ceremony will be somewhere in Dallas & my family requires that the actual ceremony be in a Catholic church. The reception will be at a restaurant, so bringing my dog there is out of the question. This is a serious question & I'm looking for serious answers. Please keep your rude & poor witticisms to yourselves.

Wat are some good ideas for a small & private but special wedding ceremony? I want it to just be me and him. Ive been starting to plan a wedding and ive gotten so frustrated and everyone is annoying me to death that ive decided i really just want it to be me and him, and we'll have a party afterwards. So does anyone have any suggestions? And the beach really isnt an option, we live in Jersey and the Jersey shore is a good hour and a half from us, im not looking to travel. But if anyone else has done a small ceremony and can share their experience id appreciate it!

is it normal to have a wedding ceremony and wedding breakfast only at a venue? not the reception? i am getting married and i dont know whats normal. should i already have a venue for the reception. so should i have a wedding ceremonie and breakfast . or just the ceremony?

Good reading or Psalm from the Torah/Old Testament for a wedding ceremony reading? I need a good reading or Psalm from the Torah/Old Testament for a wedding ceremony reading. It is an interfaith ceremony. I am Jewish, he is Catholic. His sister is doing one reading from the Corinthians and we need another for my sister to read.

Where to have a wedding ceremony and a wedding reception in arkon, OH? I'm stressing out trying to find a inexpensive and nice place to have our wedding ceremony and reception in akron, OH but I can't find any.

Best jazz trio for small wedding ceremony and reception? I have a choice between OR for our upcoming wedding in winter. It will be a small wedding of about 50 people. I like them both. It is for both ceremony and reception on the same evening. Can you help me decide which jazz trio to go for? Thanks.

What are good tips for a small wedding ceremony? I'm having both, my side and his side of our immediate family to hang out for a weekend somewhere close to home. Any ideas that would make the ceremony exceptionally nice without a heavy price? Should I wear a formal wedding dress?

How long does a Methodist wedding ceremony typically last? I'm not religious at all so I don't know about anything pertaining to religious ceremonies or services, but how long generally would a Methodist wedding ceremony last? I've heard that Catholic weddings can run very long, but I don't know about Methodist services. It's not a big deal, I'm just curious because I tend to get fidgety when I have to sit some where fora long time (it's just a nervous thing that I try to control but I don't do a very good job of actually controlling).

Does anyone know any newer christian songs that would be good for a wedding ceremony? My friend is singing during our ceremony. She is a christian singer but i wanted to see if you guys had any suggestions. Our wedding is a very elegant formal wedding and mostly classical music will be used for the prelude and throughout the wedding . THanks!

What are some wedding ceremony ideas- not performed in a church? I am brainstorming ideas of where to have a wedding ceremony. -not in a church, not necessarily outside (because of the worry about rain) but i would take places into consideration, and i have a large guest list (300 or so). I would also like this wedding to take place in Ohio around/near the Findlay, Oh area.

Song for congregation to sing at my wedding ceremony? Can anything think of a great song that could be sung at my wedding ceremony? It needs to be related to love or happiness, be easy for everyone to sing along to (so either most people know it or it is easy to pick up) and not a hymn. Probably something a bit older - not a modern top 40 pop song. Ideas - Here Comes the Sun - Bealtes, Perfect Day - Lou Reed, You Are The Sunshine of my Life - Stevie Wonder >> But these just don't quite fit the bill (but getting close)... Many thanks! (P.S The Vicar is more than happy with this)

Inexpensive but nice venue for both wedding ceremony and reception? I want to avoid having to run around too much on my wedding day. Are there any nice but affordable places to hold both a wedding ceremony and reception in the Seattle area?

What Bible readings can be used in a wedding ceremony? I am getting married in April 2008 and I am looking for recommendations on Bible readings that would be suitable for a wedding ceremony. Thank you.

What is a simple yet symbolic Egyptian wedding tradition we can add to our wedding ceremony? Our parents come from four different cultural backgrounds and we are trying to honour them all in our wedding ceremony. My fiances father is of Chrisitan Egyptian heritage. Any ideas?

Whats the best way to invite people to your wedding ceremony only, not the reception? I have people who i work with that i would really like to come to my wedding, but we are restricted with numbers for the reception. Is it rude to invite them to come to the ceremony only? Should i send them an actual invitation? If so, how do i word it? Please realise that im not trying to be rude! Its just that i have been planning my wedding for about 2 1/2 years and ive only worked with these people for about 6 months. Id really love to be able to invite them to my reception, but it would add like 20 people to the guest list and we cant actually fit that many people inside the reception house! I thought that inviting them to the ceremony at least would be less rude than not inviting them at all!

How much does it cost to have someone perfom a wedding ceremony? I was just wondering how much it would be to have a justice of the peace, minister, etc. perform a wedding ceremony...I know it varies, but I really have NO CLUE so just a ballpark figure....thanks!

how long is a christian wedding ceremony at a home location? Im planning a backyard wedding and would like to know how long the ceremony takes and what is done during the ceremony?

Do you wear your engagement ring during the wedding ceremony? so i know that the wedding band is supposed to be worn on the inside, before the engagement ring, closest to your knuckles. what i dont know is if during the actual ceremony, do you not wear your engagement and the groom puts both rings on, or does he take off the engagement ring to put the wedding band on first? anyone know?

What is the traditional procedure for the use of Arras (unity coins) in a Philippine wedding ceremony? I am American, and my fiancee is Filipina. We are having a small, semi-formal, close family and friends only wedding ceremony, and we want to include several of the traditional Philippine wedding customs such as the veil, cord, and arras. I pretty much understand how the veil and cord work, but I cannot find anything about what we do with the Arras. We will have an Arras-bearer to bring the coins down the isle, but what do we do with them once they get there?

Is it customary to give a gift to a district magistrate after performing a wedding ceremony? I know it is customary to give a minister or priest a gift for performing a wedding ceremony, but is it a good idea to do the same for a magistrate/judge?

Does anyone have ideas about where to have a wedding ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio? I am looking for a place for a wedding ceremony only. Not sure where to go around the Cleveland area. Botanical Gardens is pricey. Looking for any suggestions. Ceremony will be in June of 2007. Would prefer something outside with colorful flowers or something to that effect. Thanks!

What to do after a small wedding ceremony/dinner? Due to financial issues my fiance and I have had to cancel our reception and have decided to still keep the wedding at the church. We have planned a dinner for close friends and relatives after the ceremony at a nice resturaunt; I'm wondering now what do he and I do after that? go home? a hotel? we are taking our honeymoon 2 days after, we would like to have some free time to relax and get things together before we leave. Is there anything wrong with going home after? what did you or someone you know do. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks a lot :) Just wanted to add; I live in North Jersey we don't have bed and breakfast's here.

Any advice for a proper wedding ceremony and reception at a hotel? I'm Jewish and he is Unitarian. We've decided after having a civil ceremony at city hall to go for another proper wedding up in Northern Alberta at a hotel we will be working at, maybe. I'd like to rent a banquet hall. My parents will pay for it but I want to be fair to them. Any suggestions?

A meaningful way to include our 3 sons in our wedding ceremony? We're getting married, and just now starting the planning process of our wedding. He has 2 sons, ages 8 and 9, and I have a son, age 11. We'd love to include them in the wedding ceremony, just not sure what would be the best way. Any suggestions?

Are you allowed to have a religious wedding after a civil ceremony? My boyfriend and I are thinking of having a civil wedding ceremony ASAP for insurance reasons. However, we have our heart set on having a regular religious ceremony as well. Will a pastor performing our religious ceremony have a problem if we already have a marriage license? Do we have to tell our guests that we had a quick ceremony? Neither of us will feel truly married until it is in a church under the eyes of God, but the circumstances prevent that at present. We are both teachers in California and both grew up in Michigan, so we want the religious ceremony to be in MI. Also, since we're teachers, we want it to be this summer. So, bottom line, is what we want to do OK? A few more details--we both are incredibly religious and having the religious wedding is important to us. There's just no possible way for a while. We have been dating for 5 years and living together for one and acknowledge that our current situation is not the way God intended it to be. Gifts are not an issue to us at all; we just want a celebration with our family and friends.

What are some interesting/unique ideas for an outside wedding ceremony? Hi, Im getting married in July 2007 and the ceremony will be held outside at a park. Its going to be a very private ceremony with just our immediate family present but we are having a reception following the ceremony with our closest friends and family :)The wedding party is also just family (our siblings, my niece and nephew). So I was wondering if anyone has any interesting or unique ideas that we could add to the ceremony to make it more special.

In a wedding ceremony who walks the groom in? Me and my fiance are in the mist of planning for our wedding that is off in the near future. And we had one question that we do not have an answer to. Who walks the groom in or is he already standing up there when the ceremony starts? And exactly what is the name for the men who is not the best man, and what are their duties?

Whats the best way to transition from a wedding ceremony to reception if they are in the same room? We are marrying in a large mostly glass room with a moderately sized balcony over a lake and we are trying to switch from ceremony seating arrangements (rows of seats) to pulling out tables and using the same chairs at the tables. It is a small wedding, around 50 people and we need to get the people out of the room to rearrange, but dont know how. we are not using complete place settings, its a buffet. (tables are folded up in a closet beforehand).

How would you like to do your wedding ceremony/party ? If I will marry one day I would like to do the ceremony on the beach. With families + a few real friends. I would like that everyone comes without shoes and colourful nice dresses. I would like to put a lot of candle and a lot of colourful flowers all over the beach. I would like to wear a nice white, short sexy dress. And my partner in white too. I would like to serve fresh fish, lobster, conchmeat, shrimps and everything (fresh as well) from the sea. And for the meatlovers some kebab and juicy baby backribs, I mean it have to be like a nice long table on the beach decorated with candles and flowers and fresh tropical fruits. With all these foods on it and fresh vegetables + salads. Another small table for my wedding cake , and chocolates and cookies. For music some nice cocktail music. And to finish put some fireworks at the end of the party. How would you like to do your wedding ceremony/party ?? Express in your own word , how you would like to do it.!!

How much does it cost to get a Judge to perform a Wedding ceremony in Michigan? I never looked into wedding costs before. Was just wondering what it costs to get a Judge to perform a Wedding ceremony in Michigan?

Any ideas on creative, unique wedding programs to pass out to guests at ceremony? My colors are Deep red and Pale yellow. I'm using daisies and roses. I need ideas for something unique, creative, cute and somewhat inexpensive for wedding ceremony programs. I also like using scrapbook stuff for projects. Any ideas?